by Adrienne Mathis, Susanna Murphy, JD | Jul 17, 2026 | Title IX News
On July 10, 2026, the U.S. Department of Education announced a new national initiative focused on protecting K-12 students from sexual misconduct by adults in schools. Alongside the announcement, the Department issued a Dear Colleague Letter reminding elementary and...
by Adrienne Mathis, Susanna Murphy, JD | May 15, 2026 | Title IX Guides
This article is Part 2 of our hearings series. In Part 1, Practical Approaches to Scheduling, we covered best practices for setting your hearing date and issuing notice. Here, we focus on Title IX hearing facilitation, from pre-hearing preparation through post-hearing...
by Adrienne Mathis | May 8, 2026 | Title IX News
Patrick Mathis, Co-Founder and Managing Member of Title IX Solutions, was awarded an honorary doctorate by Illinois College during its 192nd Commencement ceremony on May 3, 2026. Mathis was recognized for his 20 years of service on the Illinois College Board of...
by Adrienne Mathis | May 1, 2026 | Title IX Guides
This article was reviewed by Susanna Murphy, J.D., Lead Investigator and Advisor, Title IX Solutions Board members and senior-level administrators play a central role in deciding how Title IX is resourced and supported on campus. Budgets for staffing, training, and...
by Susanna Murphy, JD | Mar 27, 2026 | Title IX Guides
Title IX investigations rarely unfold in a linear way. Allegations may overlap, and questions may arise about how policy applies as a case develops. New information can also shift what evidence should be gathered over time. As a result, decisions around scope, timing,...
